Senior Research Assistant

Brown University; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University in Providence, RI seeks a Senior Research Assistant to support grant-funded obesity research, overseeing recruitment, consent, tracking, and retention; implement study protocols, manage databases, and coordinate communications within the team.

The role requires organization, library research, and assembling materials for IRB modifications and progress reports, with a hybrid schedule (three days on-site) and occasional late afternoons, evenings, or weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field with 3-5 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Coursework in research design and statistics with ability to conduct basic data analysis is preferred.
• Coursework in addiction, substance abuse and/or psychopharmacology is preferred.
• Experience working with online surveys (e.g., Qualtrics software) is preferred.
• Experience managing databases is preferred.
• Proficiency in EndNote or other bibliographic database is preferred.
• Experience with human subjects applications and modifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, consenting, tracking, and retention of participants.
• Implementing study protocols and managing databases.
• Facilitating project-related communications within the team.
• Organization and maintenance of project documents and files.
• Conducting library research as needed and assembling materials for IRB modifications and progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Research aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Qualtrics

EndNote

Job description

Senior Research Assistant

Brown University

Job Description:

Position Purpose:

The Senior Research Assistant (RA) will support the investigative team in grant-funded research testing behavioral and pharmacological interventions to improve health among adults with obesity who smoke cigarettes. Activities involve participant recruitment, consenting, tracking, and retention; implementing study protocols; managing databases; and facilitating project-related communications. The Senior RA is expected to help with organization and maintenance of project documents and files, conducting library research as needed, and assembling materials for IRB modifications and progress reports.

This position is hybrid eligible with the expectation of three days onsite. Must be able to work late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends when necessary

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

This is a grant funded, fixed term position with a current end date of 11/30/2027, which may be extended based upon available funding.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in related field with 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
• Coursework in research design and statistics with ability to conduct basic data analysis is preferred.
• Coursework in addiction, substance abuse and/or psychopharmacology is preferred.
• Experience working with online surveys (e.g., Qualtrics software) is preferred.
• Experience managing databases is preferred.
• Proficiency in Endnote or other bibliographic database is preferred.
• Experience with human subjects applications and modifications is preferred.

Job Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately, take initiative, and maintain organized working conditions required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effort to meet project goals
• Openness to and interest in learning new skills
• Ability to function as a research team member and leader
• One-year commitment is required
• Must be able to work late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends when necessary

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-10-15

Job Posting Title:

Senior Research Assistant

Department:

Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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